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vocab
Term | Definition |
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Grimace | a sad , disappointed look, a frown |
Wince | to cringe or wince in pain |
Tenacious | determined, relentless, go getting |
Exuberant | thrilled , excited |
somber | serious, sad |
fallible | capable of making mistakes |
Belligerent | ready to fight, confrontational, aggressive, angry |
Intricate | detailed, particular, involved |
Luminous | bright, filled with light |
apathetic | not caring |
condescend | to look down upon someone |
empathy | caring and feeling |
banish | to dismiss or send out |
grieve | to mourn over loss |
ponder | to think about |
profound | deep thoughtful |
indignant | angry |
dilemma | a serious problem |
decorum | a polite manner |
contempt | hatred, disgust |
rivulet | a tiny little trickly stream |
hospitable | a welcoming manner |
console | to soothe |
ominous | a dark foreshadowing |
Faltering | to move unsteadily, stumble, stagger |
Pallid | pale or lacking color |
Spasm | sudden movement of muscles |
Cumbersome | bulky or heavy |
Disfigurement | misshapen, deformed, in appearance |
Semblance | appearance, likeness |
penchant | a strong desire or wish to accomplish something |
Pilgrimage | a spiritual journey, a lengthy journey |
Convulsions | small seizures, mini violent motions |
Enamored | deeply in love with, infatuated |
Raucous | out of control, mischievous, chaos, out of control situation |
Minutiae | tiny little details of lifeā¦ trivial details magazine, insignificant details |
Dignitaries | important people, people with dignity |
Prowess | courage and skill(emphasis on skill) |
Errant | ----off topic ----out of time |
Tranquil | peaceful |
Junket | a quick trip , like an errand |
Gallantry | a member of the elite, special people, like royalty |
Adulation | praise |
Retribution | payback or punishment |